Mobility Studies, Transport Modeling and Simulation

🛠️ Mobility Study for the Master Plan of the Educational and Sports Campus of San Sebastián de La Gomera.

Client: GESPLAN – Government of the Canary Islands (Sanvi Consulting, 2025–2026).

Mobility study prepared as the baseline document for the Master Plan, providing a comprehensive assessment of current and future mobility conditions within the educational and sports campus area of influence. The study included the analysis of pedestrian, cycling, public transport and private vehicle movements, the estimation of travel demand generated by the proposed developments, and the definition of sustainable mobility measures aimed at improving accessibility, road safety, traffic management and parking, ensuring a functional implementation fully aligned with the island's territorial planning framework.

🛠️ Sustainable Mobility Plan for the Retamar–El Toyo Tourist Destination (Almería).

Client: Almería City Council (Sanvi Consulting, 2026).

Preparation of the Sustainable Mobility Plan for the Retamar–El Toyo tourist destination, funded under the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan (NextGenerationEU), with the objective of defining a comprehensive mobility strategy for one of the main tourist destinations on the Almería coastline. The project included the analysis of mobility patterns associated with both tourism and the resident population, the assessment of territorial connectivity, the evaluation of innovative sustainable mobility solutions, public transport planning, cycling and pedestrian mobility strategies, the promotion of electric vehicles, the definition of measures to reduce carbon emissions, and the preparation of an implementation programme including action plans, mapping and cost estimates, integrating environmental sustainability, digitalisation and sustainable tourism planning.

🛠️ Traffic and Mobility Study for the New Los Guindos Sports Arena.

Client: Unicaja Foundation (Sanvi Consulting, 2026).

Comprehensive traffic and mobility study carried out to assess the implementation of the new Los Guindos Sports Arena, evaluating the capacity of the transport system to accommodate the mobility demand generated under both daily operating conditions and major sporting or public events. The study included an assessment of existing mobility conditions, a multimodal accessibility analysis, travel demand forecasting, public transport capacity assessment, parking demand analysis and the design of kiss-and-ride facilities. It also involved traffic microsimulation using PTV Vissim and pedestrian simulation using PTV Viswalk to evaluate traffic operations and pedestrian movements under different scenarios. The study enabled the definition of a sustainable mobility strategy ensuring the efficient operation of the venue and its successful integration into the surrounding urban environment.

🛠️ Traffic and Mobility Study for the New HM Málaga Hospital.

Client: HM Hospitales (Sanvi Consulting, 2026).

Comprehensive traffic and mobility study undertaken to evaluate the development of a new private hospital in the city of Málaga as part of the urban planning process for the corresponding Detailed Development Plan. The work included the collection and processing of mobility data, the development, calibration and validation of a macroscopic traffic model using PTV Visum, travel demand forecasting, the analysis of future traffic scenarios, road network capacity and Level of Service assessments, together with a comprehensive evaluation of accessibility by public transport, walking, cycling and micromobility. The study also included a detailed parking supply and demand assessment to ensure that the proposed development could be successfully integrated into the existing transport system.

🛠️ Mobility Studies for Urban Developments, Change-of-Use Projects and Traffic Impact Assessments.

Clients: Various Private Developers (Sanvi Consulting, 2025–2026).

During 2025 and 2026, SANVI Consulting carried out a wide range of Mobility Studies associated with urban developments, new facilities, change-of-use projects and real estate developments, with the objective of assessing their impact on mobility and demonstrating their compatibility with the existing transport system. These studies included road network and multimodal accessibility analyses, diagnosis of existing mobility conditions, travel demand forecasting, assessment of impacts on road traffic, public transport and parking, analysis of access arrangements and road safety, as well as the definition of sustainable mobility measures and the preparation of the technical documentation required to support the urban planning approval process. The studies also included macroscopic traffic modelling of the study area and traffic microsimulation of key intersections.

🛠️ Expert Witness Assessment of the Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) of Ronda.

Client: Private Client (Sanvi Consulting, 2025).

Technical expert witness assessment prepared as part of judicial proceedings challenging the Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) of Ronda. The work involved a complete review and redevelopment of the mobility model used in the plan, including transport demand modelling, simulation of the SUMP scenarios and alternative solutions without the proposed bypass road, modal shift analysis, and the assessment of impacts in terms of congestion, sustainability and urban planning consistency. The study provided a robust technical basis to support the legal challenge against the proposed road infrastructure.

🛠️ Technical Mobility Consultancy for the Extension of Málaga Metro – Line 2 (Eugenio Gross – Blas de Lezo Section).

Client: Construction Consortium (Sanvi Consulting, 2025).

Specialised traffic engineering consultancy provided during the preparation of the tender for the underground extension of Málaga Metro Line 2 to Hospital Civil, covering the Eugenio Gross–Blas de Lezo section. The work included a critical review of the project's traffic management and diversion strategy, analysing the technical report, traffic and mobility documentation, and engineering drawings to identify strengths, operational risks and opportunities for improvement. In addition, dedicated technical drawings and traffic microsimulation models were developed using PTV Vissim to assess the operational performance of the most complex intersections, validate the proposed geometric and operational solutions, and optimise traffic management throughout the construction period in a highly constrained urban environment.

🛠️ Mobility and Accessibility Study for Valladolid-Campo Grande Railway Station and Its Surroundings.

Client: Construction Consortium (Sanvi Consulting, 2025).

Specialised mobility and accessibility study developed as part of the comprehensive refurbishment of Valladolid-Campo Grande Railway Station and its surrounding urban area. The project included the assessment of pedestrian and vehicular mobility, accessibility analysis for all transport modes, evaluation of the impact of construction works on daily mobility, and the development of a phased temporary mobility strategy to ensure the operational functionality of the railway hub, road safety, universal accessibility and compatibility with the different construction stages within a high-traffic urban environment.

🛠️ Travel Demand Study for the Connection between Adolfo Suárez Boulevard and the MA-20 Motorway (Málaga).

Client: PROMÁLAGA – Málaga City Council (Sanvi Consulting, 2024–2025).

Travel demand study carried out to assess the feasibility of a new road connection between Adolfo Suárez Boulevard and the MA-20 motorway in Málaga. The project included the analysis of planning and mobility constraints, definition of the study area and design peak hours, macroscopic and microscopic traffic modelling of current and future scenarios, traffic reassignment analysis, Level of Service assessments, and the preparation of implementation schedules and cost estimates, providing a robust technical basis for decision-making regarding the proposed transport infrastructure.

🛠️ Mobility and Accessibility Study for Barcelona Sants Railway Station and Its Surroundings.

Client: Construction Consortium (Sanvi Consulting, 2024).

Comprehensive mobility and accessibility planning study developed for the different construction phases of the refurbishment works at Barcelona Sants Railway Station and its surrounding urban area. The project included a detailed assessment of pedestrian and vehicular flows, the evaluation of road and pedestrian access arrangements, the definition of an overall mobility strategy to minimise disruptions during construction, and the development of specific measures for signage, traffic management and universal accessibility. Particular attention was given to intermodality and coordination with public transport services, including metro, bus and taxi operations, providing an operational framework for the safe and efficient management of mobility throughout all construction phases.

🛠️ Traffic Microsimulation of Urban Intersections for an International Infrastructure Project.

Client: Engineering Consultancy (Sanvi Consulting, 2024).

Traffic microsimulation of urban intersections carried out as part of an international linear infrastructure project. The work focused on assessing the operational impacts of the proposed scheme on the surrounding road network and evaluating mitigation measures to optimise traffic performance and intersection capacity.

📌 Macroscopic Modelling of Road Closures and Traffic Diversions.

Previous Team Experience (2006–2010).

A series of macroscopic traffic modelling studies undertaken to assess the road closures and traffic diversion strategies required during the construction of a major linear infrastructure project in a city in Andalusia (Spain). The objective was to analyse traffic redistribution across the network, evaluate Levels of Service on the main corridors, and define measures to improve network performance and operational capacity during construction.

📌 Traffic Microsimulation of Intersections Affected by Construction Works.

Previous Team Experience (2006–2012).

A series of traffic microsimulation studies carried out to evaluate the operational performance of intersections affected by the construction of a major linear infrastructure project in a city in Andalusia (Spain). The studies assessed Levels of Service under different construction scenarios and identified operational improvements to optimise intersection capacity and traffic flow.

📌 Public Transport Demand Modelling Studies in an Andalusian City.

Previous Team Experience (2006–2020).

A series of public transport demand modelling studies undertaken to forecast travel demand in an Andalusian city (Spain). The work focused on estimating modal split, assessing the shift from private car to public transport following the implementation of a Light Rail Transit (LRT) system, and analysing induced demand through the development of multiple future scenarios with long-term transport demand forecasts.

📌 Sensitivity Analysis of an Activity-Based Model for the Flanders Region.

Previous Team Experience (2021).

Sensitivity analysis carried out on an activity-based transport model for the Flanders Region (Belgium). The study evaluated the effects of different transport policies and planning scenarios, comparing model outputs with expected behavioural responses reported in the scientific literature to assess the robustness and reliability of the model.

🔬 Pedestrian Modelling in Urban Environments.

In-house Research Project (Sanvi Consulting, 2024–2025).

Methodological research project focused on pedestrian simulation in urban environments, analysing pedestrian movement patterns, interactions with transport infrastructure, and approaches to optimise the design and operation of public spaces through advanced modelling techniques.

🔬 Bicycle Demand Modelling in Urban Environments.

In-house Research Project (Sanvi Consulting, 2024–2025).

Methodological research project focused on urban bicycle demand modelling, analysing the factors influencing cycling mode choice, interactions with other transport modes, and the impact of cycling infrastructure on the promotion of sustainable urban mobility.

the plan. The work included transport demand modelling, simulation of the PMUS scenarios and alternative options without the proposed new road, analysis of modal shift, and assessment of impacts in terms of congestion, sustainability and urban coherence, providing a robust technical basis to challenge the proposed alternative road alignment.

Urban Planning and Mobility Studies

Urban Development Plan

🛠️ Preparation of a Study for Appeals Against a Partial Urban Development Plan. Client: Residents Affected by the PPO (Sanvi Consulting, 2024).

A mobility study and road reorganization analysis were conducted during the appeals process of a Partial Urban Development Plan (PPO) to assess its impact and propose viable alternatives. The study involved a detailed review of the PPO, along with the redesign of road layouts to prevent the demolition of residential homes affected by the initial proposal.

Additionally, a new mobility study was carried out to analyze accessibility and road functionality, ensuring a technically sound solution that optimized traffic flow and improved the urban integration of the plan. This work was conducted on behalf of the property owners affected by the PPO, providing them with a well-founded and technically feasible alternative within the appeals process.

Public Transport

🛠️ Feasibility Study of the New Urban Public Transport System in Arcos de la Frontera
Client: City Council of Arcos de la Frontera (Sanvi Consulting, 2025)

Technical and economic feasibility study of the urban public transport system in Arcos de la Frontera, aimed at assessing operational sustainability, potential demand and the financial balance of the service. The work included the analysis of the existing network, the definition and characterisation of routes, alignments and frequencies, demand estimation, operational modelling of vehicle-kilometres, service hours and required resources, as well as a detailed cost and revenue analysis. The results provided a solid technical basis to support decision-making on the future configuration of the service and its funding model.

🛠️ Preparation of Public Transport Reorganization Proposals. (Sanvi Consulting, 2023-2024).

Sanvi Consulting has developed various proposals for public transport network reorganization in different Spanish cities, focusing on service optimization, coverage improvement, and economic feasibility. These studies have included the evaluation of reorganization scenarios, survey design to assess real demand, and strategies to enhance accessibility and operational efficiency. Additionally, economic feasibility has been analyzed, considering operating costs and potential funding sources. The methodology applied combines transport modeling, GIS analysis, and infrastructure evaluation, enabling the proposal of solutions tailored to the needs of each city.

🛠️ Preparation of Bus Fleet Decarbonization Proposals. (Sanvi Consulting, 2023-2024).

Sanvi Consulting has developed proposals for bus fleet decarbonization projects, aiming to reduce emissions and optimize the transition to a more sustainable transport system. These studies have assessed the technical and economic feasibility of fleet electrification and the integration of clean technologies such as hydrogen, analyzing required infrastructure, vehicle autonomy, charging strategies, and integration with the existing public transport network. Additionally, the studies included an analysis of funding sources and investment models, as well as the environmental and operational benefits of zero-emission fleet implementation. A custom software solution has been explored for operational simulation, energy modeling, and life-cycle cost analysis, ensuring efficient, sustainable solutions tailored to the specific needs of each transport system.

Service Quality

📌 Reports on the Service Quality of a Public Transport Operator. Team's previous experience (2014-2021).

This project involved monthly analysis of service regularity and availability indices for an urban public transport concessionaire in southern Spain. The study also included the evaluation of rolling stock reliability and the availability of equipment and facilities.

📌 State of the Art in Public Transport Service Quality. Team's previous experience (2021).

A comprehensive study on service quality in public transport, based on an extensive review of academic and industry literature, resulting in a detailed explanatory report on best practices and evaluation methodologies.

Railway Systems



🛠️ Analysis of Remaining Capacity in Three Railway Maintenance Depots (Madrid–Vicálvaro, León and Valencia–Fuente de San Luis).
Client: Ineco – Renfe (Sanvi Consulting, 2025–2026)

Sanvi Consulting provides specialised technical assistance for the analysis of operational and remaining capacity in three Renfe railway maintenance depots, aimed at objectively characterising the actual level of use of the facilities and identifying operational constraints and available margins for the incorporation of new maintenance and stabling activities. The work combines a detailed functional analysis of the facilities and their access tracks with advanced statistical processing of operational records (train arrivals, occupancies and departures) and the graphical modelling of shunting movements and routings, enabling the identification of bottlenecks, the assessment of operational scenarios and the detection of optimisation opportunities from a technical and operational perspective.

Feasibility Studies and Informative Studies

🛠️ Preparation of Proposals for Feasibility Studies and Informative Studies on Railway Systems. (Sanvi Consulting, 2023-2024).

Sanvi Consulting has developed various proposals for railway feasibility studies and informative studies, focusing on improving existing connections, implementing new stations, reopening stations, or developing new railway corridors. These proposals have included competitiveness analysis, route alternatives assessment, socio-economic profitability evaluation, and technical feasibility analysis.

In preparing these studies, methodologies have been explored for demand modeling, railway mobility analysis, and socio-economic impact evaluation, ensuring viable and strategic solutions for railway transport optimization.

Railway Risk Analysis

🛠️ Risk Analysis and Safety Management Systems for the Remodeling Works of Sants-Barcelona Station. Client: Construction Company (Sanvi Consulting, 2024).

A Risk Analysis Study based on the Common Safety Method for Risk Evaluation and Assessment (CMS-ER) was conducted to analyze risks in railway infrastructure (File 402). The study included the identification and evaluation of hazards, impact assessment, and mitigation measures proposal to ensure safety throughout all project phases.

Additionally, a safety management system was designed in compliance with international regulations, ensuring regulatory alignment and optimization of risk prevention strategies.

📌 Analysis of Over 60 Infrastructure and Facility Modification Projects. Team's previous experience (2014-2021).

Over 60 infrastructure and facility modification projects in operating metro systems were analyzed, applying CMS-ER risk assessment methodologies to ensure service safety and continuity.

Operations and Maintenance

📌 Operational Analysis and Service Planning for a Light Metro System. Team's previous experience (2014-2021).

Several studies and plans were conducted to define the operation of a Light Metro system, addressing key aspects such as start and end of service, train deployment and withdrawal, single-track management, frequency determination (headways) during peak and off-peak hours, and staff scheduling. These analyses optimized operational efficiency, ensuring service delivery aligned with demand and infrastructure conditions.

📌 Development of Operational Procedures and Maintenance Plans for a Light Metro System. Team's previous experience (2014-2021).

Participation in the development of operational procedures and maintenance plans for a Light Metro system, establishing protocols for routine operations and emergency management. These documents defined the standards for system operation, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and safety. The work covered team coordination, incident response time optimization, and maintenance planning for preventive and corrective tasks.

📌 State of the Art Study on Public Transport Operation and Management. Team's previous experience (2021).

An extensive study on best practices in public transport operations, focusing on delay management, disruptions, and mitigation measures. The analysis included a detailed review of specialized literature, identifying strategies applied in different urban transport systems and their impact on operational efficiency. A technical report was prepared, serving as a foundation for implementing improvements in transport planning and management.

Data Analysis

📌 Traffic Data Analysis and Modeling for a Railway Operator. Team's previous experience (2014-2021).

A comprehensive analysis of ticketing data for a railway operator was carried out, processing information on entries and exits across the network. A data model was developed, where each trip was anonymized and aggregated in 15-minute intervals, allowing the identification of mobility patterns throughout the day, week, and year.

As part of the study, an interactive dashboard was designed to represent passenger loads per line and direction, facilitating operational and strategic service analysis. Additionally, the use of different prepaid card types was evaluated, providing insights into travel habits and user segmentation.

Railway Infrastructure Design

📌 Functional and Technical Analysis of Stations, Facilities, and Equipment in Railway Systems. Team's previous experience (2005-2021).

Multiple functional studies on railway and light metro infrastructure were conducted, addressing design, construction, and operation of stations, facilities, and equipment. A total of 15 underground Light Metro stations were analyzed, defining key aspects such as access points, ticket validation, staircases, elevators, wayfinding signage, and technical rooms.

Additionally, studies were conducted for the expansion of metro lines and the definition of equipment and facility requirements in light metro and tram systems, supervising critical elements such as railway signaling, power supply, communications, track infrastructure, electromechanical systems, and depot facilities. These analyses were fundamental to ensuring the operability, safety, and efficiency of transport systems.

Road Safety

📌 Study on Road Safety in Spain. Team's previous experience (2020).

This study analyzed various road safety plans in Spain from 2000 onwards, covering national, regional, and local levels. It also examined the implementation degree of "Safe Systems" and "Vision Zero" strategies in Spain.

📌 Studies on Safety Improvements at Tram-Road Traffic Intersections. Team's previous experience (2014-2021).

These studies aimed to reduce the likelihood and severity of incidents and accidents between cars and trams at multiple intersections in a Spanish city. The analysis focused on identifying risk factors and proposing safety-enhancing measures to improve coexistence between road users and the tram system.